Joe Rogan publicly criticized a former podcast guest, Canadian physicist Lawrence Krauss, for attempting to introduce him to Jeffrey Epstein, nearly a decade after Epstein's criminal conviction. Rogan confirmed that he was aware of Epstein's reputation and explicitly stated he would never have met with him, describing Krauss's efforts as absurd and questioning his judgment. The controversy surfaced after emails from 2017-2018 revealed Epstein's attempts to connect with Rogan, including discussions of Epstein's interest in Rogan's podcast and possible meetings. Rogan emphasized that he declined Epstein's overtures and expressed relief for avoiding any association with the disgraced financier. The released documents also included photos of Epstein with high-profile figures, fueling ongoing public interest. Rogan criticized those seeking to associate with Epstein to gain influence, highlighting the importance of distancing from such connections. The incident underscores Rogan's stance on avoiding associations with controversial figures linked to criminal activities.